Hackberry emperor Asterocampa celtis

Owned by Patricia Buzo (@DoodleBirdTerrariums).

Notes

Not sure if I have the ID right

Details

Biology

Life Stage
Adult
Sex
Unknown
Morph / Form
Typical / Nominate
Color Pattern
orange and black with silver spots on hindwing

Observation Details

Owned or Spotted
Spotted
Number of Individuals
1
Date Observed / Collected
Jul 27, 2021
Location Name
Matthiessen State Park
Habitat Type
Forest / Woodland
Host Plant
Unknown

Identification & Conservation

Confidence Level
Uncertain
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated (NE)
Life List Tick
No

Provenance & Ownership

For Sale
No
For Trade
No

Notes

Added Details
Not sure if I have the ID right
Hackberry emperor
Hackberry emperor Asterocampa celtis by DoodleBirdTerrariums

Hackberry emperor

Asterocampa celtis

Find of the Day on October 29

Biology

Life Stage
Adult
Sex
Unknown
Morph / Form
Typical / Nominate
Color Patternorange and black with silver spots on hindwing

Observation Details

Number of Individuals
1
Date Observed / Collected
Jul 27, 2021
Habitat Type
Forest / Woodland
Host Plant
Unknown
Owned or SpottedSpotted
Location NameMatthiessen State Park

Identification & Conservation

Confidence Level
Uncertain
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated (NE)
Life List Tick
No

Added Details

Not sure if I have the ID right

Item Lore

The hackberry emperor is a fascinating specimen that serves as a beautiful example of the diversity found within local butterfly populations. As a member of the brush-footed family, it offers a glimpse into the intricate patterns and survival strategies that have evolved within this unique group of insects.

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